Named for the way travelers had to “hug” the point to get around it at low tide before the highway was built. Features carved sea caves, a seasonal waterfall that cascades onto the beach, and remnants of an old stagecoach road with visible wheel ruts. Accessible only at low tide, the site offers fascinating tidepools […]
Oregon Beaches
Crissey Field State Recreation Site
Oregon’s southernmost state park, located at the California border. The site features a beautiful beach where the Winchuck River meets the Pacific, creating a diverse ecosystem of estuary, dunes, and shoreline. The LEED-certified welcome center provides information about the region’s natural and cultural history. Due to its southern location, it often enjoys milder weather than […]
Gold Beach
Named for the gold discovered in the sands in the mid-1800s, this beach sits at the mouth of the mighty Rogue River. The beach offers excellent fishing, beachcombing, and the unique experience of jetboat tours up the Wild and Scenic Rogue River. The long, uncrowded shoreline provides peaceful walks with views of dramatic rock formations […]
Roads End State Recreation Site
Located at the northern end of Lincoln City, this beach lives up to its name as the point where the road ends and nature takes over. The headland creates a dramatic backdrop and sheltered area for beach exploration. At low tide, visitors can walk around the headland to a secluded cove with excellent tidepools. The […]
Sunset Bay State Park
One of the safest swimming beaches on the Oregon coast due to its protected cove shape that shelters it from strong currents and winds. The park offers camping facilities, picnic areas with ocean views, and access to the spectacular Cape Arago Highway trail system that connects to Shore Acres and Cape Arago State Parks, featuring […]
Ona Beach State Park
A unique beach where Beaver Creek meets the Pacific Ocean, creating diverse recreational opportunities. The park is especially popular for kayaking in the creek’s calm waters, with rental services available in summer. The beach features picnic facilities nestled among shore pines, a bridge crossing the creek, and easy beach access. Its location between Newport and […]
Harris Beach State Park
Features dramatic sea stacks, including Bird Island (Goat Island), Oregon’s largest offshore island and a National Wildlife Sanctuary. The park offers year-round camping, excellent tidepooling, and some of the warmest ocean temperatures in Oregon due to its southern location. Its position near the California border makes it an ideal stop on a West Coast road […]
Heceta Beach
Located near the iconic Heceta Head Lighthouse, one of the most photographed lighthouses in the United States. The beach offers views of the lighthouse, access to the Oregon Dunes, and is close to the famous Sea Lion Caves. This wide, sandy beach is perfect for long walks and beachcombing, with the added possibility of spotting […]
Beverly Beach State Park
A popular beach known for fossil hunting, especially after winter storms expose agates, jasper, and occasionally fossils. The long, sandy beach stretches from Yaquina Head to Otter Rock with views of the Yaquina Head Lighthouse. The state park offers year-round camping in a forest setting just steps from the beach, creating a perfect combination of […]
Cape Lookout State Park
Located on a sand spit between Netarts Bay and the ocean, featuring a pristine beach with excellent hiking trails. The Cape Lookout Trail extends 2.5 miles to the end of the cape, offering magnificent views and whale watching opportunities. The park offers diverse accommodation options including campsites, yurts, and cabins nestled in a coastal forest […]